Auburn University · 5 hours ago
Research Associate I/II
Auburn, AL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$41K/yr - $73K/yr
0+ years expAuburn University is seeking a Research Associate I/II to conduct and maintain research projects in laboratories and greenhouses for faculty in the Department of Horticulture. The selected individual will be responsible for data collection, management, and analysis, as well as supervising graduate and undergraduate students.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Data collection, management, and analysis
Operation of research instrumentation
Supervision of graduate and undergraduate students
Performing other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Horticulture or closely related field; no experience required for Research Associate I
Master's degree in Horticulture or closely related field and 2 years of experience in research practices and protocols relevant to the position for Research Associate II
Demonstrated technical excellence and ability to work both independently and in a team environment required
General experience in word processing and spreadsheet software
A valid driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to employment is required
Preferred
Experience with hydroponic and aquaponic vegetable research
Experience with greenhouse vegetable production
Benefits
Generous benefits
Educational opportunities
Culture of support and work/life balance
Company
Auburn University
Auburn University is an institute of higher learning that offers undergraduate and graduate courses.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (75)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$25.89MKey Investors
National Safety CouncilDENSO’s North America FoundationNational Institute of Food and Agriculture
2025-06-25Grant· $0.05M
2024-10-30Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.89M
Leadership Team
Kelli Shomaker
Sr. V-P for Business and Administration and CFO
Katherine Alldredge
Executive Support Specialist to VP Advancement & Chief Operations and Strategy Officer
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